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October 14, 2020

Capital Roots Introduces New Community Engagement Director

Sean WyseCapital Roots hired Sean Wyse as Community Engagement Director. Wyse brings with him twenty years of experience in marketing and communications. He has worked in the healthcare, education and financial industries. Wyse holds a B.S. in English from Siena College.

In his role prior to joining Capital Roots, Wyse served as an association manager, providing strategic guidance, communications and development support to both national and international associations and medical societies. Previously, he worked for Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union, Questar III BOCES and Albany Medical Center.

Wyse received an Excellence in Community Communication Outreach award for his work with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s grant funded program, Families Together in Albany County.

“We’re very excited to have Sean as part of the Capital Roots team. His depth of experience, knowledge and communications background will complement our important mission to nourish healthy communities by providing access to fresh food and green spaces for all,” said Amy Klein, Capital Roots Chief Executive Officer.